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Cost of living in Ellsworth County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,617/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,366 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $695 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $428 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $134 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Ellsworth County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$695
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,156
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ellsworth County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,792
per year
Individual earnings
$36,258
per year
Per capita
$33,604
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ellsworth County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$116,300
Annual property tax
$1,766

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ellsworth County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$136
per month · 15.1¢/kWh
Natural gas
$57
per month
Annual total
$2,316
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Ellsworth County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.4%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Ellsworth County

State and local tax rates for Kansas.

State income tax
5.7%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
8.7%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Ellsworth County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.3 min
Drive alone
82.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ellsworth County

What it costs to live in Ellsworth County each month.

Single person
$2,617
per month
  • Rent $695
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $428
  • State tax $134
Couple
$4,015
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $763
  • State tax $279
Family
$6,320
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $763
  • State tax $279

Frequently asked questions about Ellsworth County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ellsworth County?

In Ellsworth County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $695 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,051 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ellsworth County?

In Ellsworth County, KS, the average household income is $66,792 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,258 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ellsworth County?

The estimated cost of living in Ellsworth County, KS is approximately $2,617 per month for a single person, $4,015 for a couple, $6,320 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ellsworth County?

The combined sales tax rate in Ellsworth County, KS is 8.70%, which includes the Kansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.20%.

Is Ellsworth County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ellsworth County, KS would need approximately $2,617 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,792 per year ($5,566 per month). Ellsworth County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Ellsworth County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ellsworth County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ellsworth County?

The average home value in Ellsworth County, KS is $116,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,766, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ellsworth County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources